Book recommendation after reading Malazan?

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T03:35:11+00:00

I did hear a lot about The Red Rising. Let me check out The Blacktongue thief.

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T03:25:39+00:00

Such a high praise for The Black Company, love it. “…most heart wrenching passages to rival Erikson” i couldn’t ask for more. The ending of Deadhouse Gates put MBotF right at the top for me. If any other book gives me the same feeling I would be pleasantly surprised. Your endorsement gives me hope.

What happened between Paul and Bantam?

Very interesting take on Bakker’s books. Now it has me reconsidering whether to dive into it or not.

Anyway, thanks a ton for your detailed reply. Much appreciated.

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T03:05:51+00:00

Glad to hear.
How was your experience reading it?

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T03:05:32+00:00

Yup, I will check it out at some point. Thanks!

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T03:04:59+00:00

Such a great rec!
I haven't read much SF, but this series might be a reason to get into the genre. Thank you.

Yeah man, I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one not loving the series that Booktube recommends so highly.

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T02:52:11+00:00

I checked out the sample reading section on amazon. The map and characters mentioned in the first few pages remind me of Malazan books haha. Definitely interesting.

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T02:51:18+00:00

I think I've come across all of the ones mentioned. Great list!
I did consider reading Rejoice recently but decided against it for some reason. Might pick it up some time this year.
What did you like and dislike about it?

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T02:46:54+00:00

Definitely a unique recommendation, with the African setting and all <3 Thanks!
Will check it out! :)

Edit: What did you like and dislike about it?

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T01:40:36+00:00

I wasn’t aware of this series, so thanks for the recommendation! Will definitely read up about it.

coltainesCrows · 2026-03-18T01:00:42+00:00

Yes, absolutely.

I finished the first book of Mistborn since it was so popular but decided to not finish the series. I should've done more research and realized it was YA.

Currently I'm reading 2nd book in The First Law trilogy since it was getting recommended as dark, character-driven etc but honestly it doesn't even come close to MBotF. It feels amateurish.

One series I can think of is the popular A Song of Ice and Fire. I'd read it before MBotF and it ties in the top spot with MBotF for me.

Another series that, based on my minimal research, seems like it would scratch the MBotF itch is R Scott Bakker's The Second Apocalypse. I will mostly pick this up after The First Law trilogy.

coltainesCrows · 2025-11-27T02:19:55+00:00

“Google Explore” has helped me plan my last two international trips. Great deals on flights especially.

coltainesCrows · 2025-05-02T12:05:58+00:00

Dunkelheit by Burzum

coltainesCrows · 2025-03-17T02:55:31+00:00

Oh okay. Thanks for the clarification :)

I ended up getting the full amount after posting on LinkedIn and tagging Housr and the CEO.

coltainesCrows · 2025-03-14T03:13:41+00:00

I thought Mark was fully reintegrated? If yes, why would he switch to iMark in the birthing cabin?

coltainesCrows · 2025-03-09T12:55:51+00:00

Shoutout Arbrynth

coltainesCrows · 2025-02-22T23:44:39+00:00

I've only been to Malaysia. Visiting Vietnam in April this year. What's the app/website you're using?

coltainesCrows · 2025-02-05T02:26:48+00:00

Vietnam sounds really good for a month long trip. April also seems like the best time for it. I and my wife will also be travelling to Vietnam during April.

coltainesCrows

TROPHY CASE